Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Life Care Center of Burlington•Burlington, KS

About The Position

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) provides direct occupational therapy rehabilitation care to patients upon physician referral, under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT). The role must be performed in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The COTA follows occupational treatment plans, documents care, uses therapy software, and works with patients and an interdisciplinary team.

Requirements

NBCOT certification upon hire; renewal is optional going forward.
Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program (ASOT).
Currently registered or licensed in the applicable state and maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation; certification must remain current during employment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
Knowledge of practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in a post-acute care facility.
Ability to demonstrate good body mechanics.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience is preferred; new graduates are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

Provide direct occupational therapy rehabilitation care upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed OT.
Follow occupational treatment plans under the direction of the supervising OT.
Chart appropriately and in a timely manner.
Use therapy software appropriately and accurately.
Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
Liaise with patients, families, and support departments to plan adequately for patient needs.
Participate in community health matters and projects as appropriate.
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Implement and interpret department programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Perform proficiently in competency areas, including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
Maintain professional working relationships with associates, vendors, and others.
Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information.
Understand and follow company policies, including harassment and compliance procedures.
Adhere to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and complete required compliance training.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
Use reasoning skills and good judgment.